Eastside Santa Cruz, CA

Santa Cruz

A rocky coastline with waves crashing against the rocks.
A white lighthouse with a green top, surrounded by large rocks and people.
A foggy beach with a lighthouse and rocky breakwater.
A lighthouse at sunset, rocky shoreline, calm water, and a clear sky.
A beach with people playing and walking.

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Eastside Santa Cruz Hotel Deals

Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn

2 out of 5
1717 Soquel Avenue Santa Cruz CA
The price is ¥13,750 per night from Sep 21 to Sep 22
¥13,750
¥15,869 total
Sep 21 - Sep 22
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (455 reviews)
"Nice old school motel where you still drive your car up to the door of the room. They've updated the rooms and they're very nice, especially the shower. Stayed here several times and it's always been nice."

Reviewed on Aug 22, 2026

Hitching Post Studios Inn
Bella Notte

Bella Notte

4 out of 5
21305 E Cliff Dr Santa Cruz CA
The price is ¥16,915 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
¥16,915
¥29,293 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and Netflix. Popular attractions Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Capitola Beach are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (9 reviews)
"Clean room, comfortable bed, nice shower but low water pressure, easy check in and out, no room service. Lots of rules. Overall nice place but too expensive with no amenities."

Reviewed on Aug 23, 2026

Bella Notte
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

3.5 out of 5
401 Johans Beach Dr Santa Cruz CA
The price is ¥24,931 per night from Aug 27 to Aug 28
¥24,931
¥28,592 total
Aug 27 - Aug 28
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Spacious Santa Cruz Beach Home, Walk to the Ocean, Game Room, Pet Friendly!

Spacious Santa Cruz Beach Home, Walk to the Ocean, Game Room, Pet Friendly!

Santa Cruz CA
The price is ¥100,296 per night from Aug 27 to Aug 28
¥100,296
¥225,563 total
Aug 27 - Aug 28
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (360 reviews)
"Amazing spacious house, right next to the beach, Host was responsive and very accommodating. House comes with beach toys. Enough room for lots of people to stay and eat."

Reviewed on Aug 3, 2026

Spacious Santa Cruz Beach Home, Walk to the Ocean, Game Room, Pet Friendly!
East Cliff Nook

East Cliff Nook

3 out of 5
21724 East Cliff Drive Santa Cruz CA
Stay at this vacation home in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Capitola Beach are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
"n/a"

Reviewed on Aug 24, 2026

East Cliff Nook
Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
1 Chaminade Ln Santa Cruz CA
The price is ¥21,062 per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
¥21,062
¥31,549 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa resort in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
Chaminade Resort & Spa
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Where to stay in Eastside Santa Cruz

Find the best Eastside Santa Cruz areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

Westside Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Santa Cruz.

Pleasure Point

While visiting Pleasure Point, you might make a stop by sights like Monterey Bay and Pleasure Point Park.

Beach Hill - Beach Flats

Beach Hill - Beach Flats might not have many top sights, but Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Upper Seabright

When in Upper Seabright, you can plan a visit to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Harbor, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Downtown Santa Cruz

Unique features of Downtown Santa Cruz include the beaches and restaurants. Make a stop by Pacific Avenue or Pacific Garden Mall while you're exploring the area.



Eastside Santa Cruz, CA